Almond butter has gained popularity as a delicious and creamy spread that’s great on toast, pastries, fruit, and other snacks. But if you’re allergic to almonds or simply can’t find almond butter in your local grocery store, you may need to find an almond butter substitute.
The good news is that there are plenty of almond butter substitute options that you can use in its place. In this post, we’ve put together a list of nut butters and nut-free ingredients that you can swap for almond butter.
Nut butters to use instead of almond butter
If you enjoy the texture and taste of nuts, then a nut butter would be the best almond butter substitute for you. These days, there are so many types of nut butter available on the market. You should be able to find one that suits your taste preferences.
Peanut butter
Unless you have a peanut allergy, then the simplest almond butter substitute for you is probably peanut butter. Not only is it easy to pick up at your local supermarket or convenience store, but it’s also more affordable than almond butter and other nut butters.
You can eat peanut butter in the same way that you would use almond butter, whether on sandwiches, desserts or even straight out of the jar.
Cashew butter
As another type of popular nut butter, cashew butter is very similar to almond butter in consistency and taste. It has a similar nutritional makeup to almond and peanut butter, with high amounts of protein and healthy fats. Cashew butter also fits into vegan and vegetarian diets.
In terms of price, cashew butter costs about the same as almond butter. Both options tend to be pricier than peanut butter.
Coconut butter
Coconut butter is made from the dried and blended flesh of the coconut fruit. With a creamy and coconut-rich taste, this food has earned many fans and serves as a fantastic almond butter substitute (assuming, of course, that you enjoy the taste of coconut).
While coconut isn’t a true nut, some people who have nut allergies are also allergic to coconut. Make sure that it’s safe for you to eat coconut before trying coconut butter.
Nut-free ingredients to swap for almond butter
On the other hand, if you have a nut allergy or just don’t enjoy the taste, then you’re better off with a nut-free almond butter substitute. Check out these options to find one that appeals to you.
Sunflower butter
Made from sunflower seeds, sunflower butter looks like nut butter but tastes like sunflower seeds. It’s suitable for people with allergies. But if you have an allergy, double-check the label to make sure that your sunflower butter is made in a nut-free environment.
Soy nut butter
For people who like the taste of peanut or almond butter but can’t eat nuts, soy nut butter is an excellent alternative. It’s made from roasted soybeans, with a creamy consistency that’s akin to smooth peanut butter.
Whether you’re looking for something that imitates the taste or texture of almond butter, one of these nut butter or nut-free ingredients should do the trick. For more cooking tips and resources, check out the Tastessence blog.
